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Recommended by JL Johnson Jr.

Fiction by David McIlroy

David’s debut YA fiction novel, The Soulborn Talisman, is due to release soon and you can follow his journey here.

- JL Johnson Jr.

I am a novelist whose main focus is epic fantasy but who also writes a wide range of fiction and nonfiction. Please sign up to receive my free newsletter.

Lunar Awards

By Winston Malone

Recognizing and sharing the best fantasy, horror, and science fiction on Substack. Periodically posting essays, interviews, and reviews.

Wine and...

By Dave Baxter

The podcast and publication where we pair wine with books, comics, music, movies, tv, and maybe one day we'll pair it with...I don't know...food or something crazy like that.

DEAD CITY LULLABIES

By Aidan Roberts

A home for the art, music, story and world-building of the evolving graphic novel epic, Dead City Lullabies.

The art, the story, and the creator behind both are well worth your attention. If you're a fan of moody sci-fi, give this one a follow!

- JL Johnson Jr.

ro lamb's Substack

Musings on creativity, culture and life.

Honor Vincent

Notes on writing and creating indie comics!

Honor is an amazing writer with tales that span the sci-fi and fantasy genres. Give her Substack a look!

- JL Johnson Jr.

SOCIAL MEDIA ESCAPE CLUB

By Social Media Escape Club

Quit social media and be free

Ronin Digital Express

By Renton Hawkey (*rent)

A serialized webcomic following a ronin's epic quest to return an ancient sword to its master.

Odds are if you enjoy Ennead, Inahtuu in particular, you’ll be enthralled by the exploits of the Ronin. Give this Substack a look!

- JL Johnson Jr.

rent*space

By Renton Hawkey

I make comics. This is about that. (sometimes NSFW.)

ARC Worlds

By Jon Auerbach

I write comics and epic urban fantasy books, talk about the behind-the-scenes process of publishing, and occasionally sing (one of these is not true). Books 1 and 2 of my NYC Questing Guild book series are free to read on Substack!

ARC Worlds is a fun fantasy romp through New York City. Give this Substack a look!

- JL Johnson Jr.

Apeiros World Project Newsletter

By Ezra

A publication + community for people who want experience authentic, yet challenging, sci-fi fantasy narratives; reshaping black futurism & culture in a positive light

If you enjoy expansive worldbuilding, elaborate storytelling, and wonderful art (something tells me you do) then check out Apeiros World.

- JL Johnson Jr.

Amashik's Shattered Legacy | Unveiling The Rule of Nine

Recommended by JL Johnson Jr.